Girard-Perregaux Creates Modern Version of its Signature Vintage 1945

At the beginning of the 1990s the team of Girard-Perregaux watchmakers were developing a collection of watches in the distinctive vintage style. It was well before the period when vintage-styled items became highly demanded and dominated all the trends. The Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 collection was suggested by the retro shapes of one of the brand's Art Deco timepieces introduced back in 1945.

For more than ten years, the prominent Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 has given rise to the appearance of a plethora of new timekeeping fashions. These are not just nostalgic interpretations of the iconic style. Every new watch model inspired by the Vintage 1945 represents a new uniquely designed modern version of the signature rectangular-shaped model.

In 2007, the Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 Carree, with its exclusive movement and irresistible aesthetic appeal, became the latest interpretation of the Vintage 1945 heritage. The timepiece has also incorporated the most recent developments of the Girard-Perregaux Manufacture.

Created according the best traditions of the original model, the Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945 Carree has maintained the four right angles, yet having adapted the square-shaped case. This original combination gave birth to one of the most distinctive expressions of the line. The refined silhouette of the timepiece's doubly curved dial, featuring the dauphine-style hands, strengthens the overall impression produced by the new Girard-Perregaux watch.

The Girard-Perregaux watchmakers have opted for the Vintage 1945 Carree to become the first watch to be powered by the in-house Caliber GP4500. This mechanical movement with automatic winding represents one of the latest technical achievements of the Manufacture. The mechanisms 13¼ diameter represents a successful choice for considerably sized. The movement has incorporated a range of innovative features, including a more efficient winding system. The mechanism has comprised 190 components. It is possible to evaluate the beauty of the through the transparent case back.